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Monday, January 14, 2013

crochet edge pillow covers {take two}

I just could not help it. I had to give crochet edged pillow covers a try once again. I made my first one a few weeks ago and as soon as the fabric for the new pillows arrived I was cutting into it and making burrito style pillow cases.

I used Flower Sugar giant rose dot in grey and turquoise for the top parts of the pillows and coordinating striped fabric for the backs. Eeeek, I do love this kind of fabric and colors very, very much right now.

I followed the same tutorial for crochet edge as I did last time. This time, however, I used blanket stitch for the crochet base which in my opinion worked so much better, and was much gentler to my poor fingers.

I made these pillow cases for our bedroom, even though I knew they would clash "slightly?" with our bedding. But now I really like them there and I think they actually bring a very welcome pop of color and make the whole room a lot brighter.

Dear Svetlana, I have to say your blog is full of lovely inspiration!!! Your work is really amazing - your the 1st quilt in this year... great job!!! and your new pillows with crochet edging... really cute result... Thanks for sharing it with us :) Have a lovely time! Jolana

Your pillow cases are gorgeous. I don't know how to crochet. My grandmother was an excellent crocheter, but I never got her to teach me unfortunately. I always thought it was for old ladies making knee rugs. Now I see so many cute embellishments and craft things people do with it.

Hey there, Svetlana!These are just too cute! ;o) I think they don't clash at all, and in fact make the room all the more interesting. You've got a wonderful sense of mixing things that is just charming. Thank you for sharing. I'm new to your spot here, and I'm going to be eagerly awaiting more of your entries! Thank you so much for sharing!A new fan in Astoria, Oregon